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This is a Sources Sought Synopsis. This synopsis neither constitutes a Request for Proposal, nor does it restrict the Government from an ultimate acquisition approach. This synopsis should not be cons... This is a Sources Sought Synopsis. This synopsis neither constitutes a Request for Proposal, nor does it restrict the Government from an ultimate acquisition approach. This synopsis should not be construed as a commitment by the Government for any purpose. Requests for solicitation will not receive a response. All information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation to the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, any input as a result of this market survey. The U.S. Government is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this survey. If a formal solicitation is generated at a later date, a solicitation notice will be published. No award will be made as a result of this market survey. This is a sources sought notice only; this is not a pre-solicitation notice or solicitation for proposals/quotations. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement or any follow-up information requests. This notice in no way obligates the Government to any further action. Questions regarding this announcement shall be submitted in writing by e-mail to the U.S. Government POCs Ms. Martha Bello: (202) 781-3864 martha.bello@navy.mil. Verbal questions will NOT be accepted. Description: The Naval Sea Systems (NAVSEA) Command is conducting a market survey through this Sources Sought to identify potential sources, within the National Technical Industrial Base (NTIB), United States and Canada, capable of manufacturing Higher Reliability Phalanx Thermal Imagers (HRPTIs) for Mk 15 Close-In Weapon Systems (CIWS). MK15 CIWS is a fast-reaction terminal defense against low- and high-flying, high-speed maneuvering anti-ship missile threats that have penetrated all other defenses. The CIWS is an integral element of the Fleet Defense In-Depth concept and the Ship Self-Defense Program. Operating either autonomously or integrated with a combat system, it is an automatic terminal defense weapon system designed to detect, track, engage, and destroy anti-ship missile threats penetrating outer defense envelopes. The units shall be satisfactorily tested prior to completion or delivery. The HRPTI units shall be delivered and tested within 24 months. A respondent must have personnel trained, skilled, and experienced in handling CIWS and submit answers to the following questionnaire. MARKET SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE FOR INTERESTED PRODUCERS OF HRPTIs FOR THE MK 15 CLOSE-IN WEAPON SYSTEM Instructions: This survey questionnaire is not a procurement action and is simply an inquiry for interest. There will be no compensation by the Government for your response to this questionnaire. Please reference the survey question number with each response. Identify your current Business Structure: Name of company – include a contact person's name, technical person’s name, company address, telephone number, email address, CAGE code or Duns Number. Company size – verify as either Large, Foreign, Small, Small Disadvantaged, 8(a), Woman-Owned Small Business, Historically Underutilized Business Zone Concern, Veteran-Owned Small Business, or Service-Disabled Small Business. Identify whether you are interested in the acquisition as a prime contractor or subcontractor. If a Small Business Manufacturer, provide information as to how you or your joint venture intends to be in compliance with FAR Clause 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting. Describe your parent company and subsidiaries (if applicable) – include corporate evolution, fiscal stability and other relevant factors. If your organization does not have adequate resources (technical, manufacturing, personnel, etc) available, identify what type of sub-tier vendors or subcontractors your organization would partner with and the time frame for creating any business relationship. Identify your organization's facilities, equipment, success stories, unique capabilities, for producing the HRPTIs for the Mk 15 CIWS. Identify your organization's current and previous experiences with similar system buys. Your answer should address the following: What Government and commercial contracts/items/production lines and period of production? Whether or not the contracts have been satisfied? Who are the Customers and what are the quantities produced? Identify your organizations ability to test MK15 CIWS Assemblies and sub-assemblies for First Article Tests (FAT), Lot Acceptance Tests (LAT), and engineering tests. Identify potential component sub-vendors and their location. On any potential foreign sourced components include a detailed statement on the benefit of the foreign supply solution.